Difficult
6.1 mi
Distance
968 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 27m
Est. Time
0.0
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About This Trail
The Scales trail leads to the Bearpen Trail, which goes across the Appalachian Trail and ends at First Peak trail. The Little Wilson creek Wilderness Area contains 2 miles of this trail. The trail is very muddy for walking and is used by horseback riders a lot. There are parts of the trail that are not nice. You will do rock hopping to stay out of the mud.
Trail Details
Out & Back
Route Type
Dirt
Surface
Dogs Allowed (Leash Required)
Dog Policy
Yes
Kid Friendly
No
Permit Required
Elevation Profile
Min:1,296 ft
Max:1,438 ft
295 ft
295 ft
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